Canon Pixma Mp520 Quick Start Guide

							87 Troubleshooting
The Document Cover Comes Off
Scanning Problems
„ScanGear Won’t Start
„Other Scanning Troubles
Refer to the Scanning Guide on-screen manual.
CauseAction
The Document Cover was opened too 
hard.If the Document Cover is opened too hard, it may come off. Reattach it 
according to the following procedure.
(1)Insert the protrusion on one side of the Document Cover hinge into the 
holder.
(2)Hold the middle of the Document Cover and press down above the second 
protrusion as shown in the figure below to reattach the Document Cover.
CauseAction
The scanner driver (ScanGear) is not 
installed.Follow the procedure described in your setup sheet to reinstall the MP Drivers.
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							88Appendix
Appendix
How to Use the Documentation Provided
Printed Documentation
Setup Sheet
Be sure to read this sheet first.
This sheet includes instructions for setting up your machine and getting it ready 
for use.
Quick Start Guide (This guide)
Read this guide when starting to use the machine.
After following instructions in your setup sheet, we recommend you read this 
guide to familiarize yourself with the basic operation of some of the main 
functions that can be performed on your machine.
On-screen Manuals
User’s Guide
Read this guide when starting to use the machine.
If the Quick Start Guide does not provide you enough information please refer to 
the User’s Guide which can be installed from the Setup CD-ROM. This guide 
provides detailed instructions for:
zcopying
zprinting from a memory card
zprinting from your computer
zscanning
Additional guides are also available for advanced features.
Scanning Guide
Refer to this guide for full instructions on scanning operation and settings.
PC Printing Guide
Refer to this guide for full instructions on printer driver setting.
PC Photo Printing Guide (Windows only)
Refer to this guide for full instructions on using the various application software 
included on the Setup CD-ROM.
Bluetooth Guide
Refer to this guide for full instructions of printing from computers and devices 
that support Bluetooth communication, and on troubleshooting them.
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Reading the On-screen Manuals
For detailed instructions on installing the on-screen manuals, refer to your setup sheet.
You can view the on-screen manuals in the following way:
To view the on-screen manual, double-click the XXX On-screen Manual shortcut icon on the 
desktop, or click Start > All Programs (or Programs) > Canon XXX Manual > XXX On-screen 
Manual (where “XXX” is your machine’s name).
System Requirements
Browser: Windows HTML Help Viewer
To view the on-screen manual, double-click the XXX On-screen Manual alias (where “XXX” is your 
machine’s name) on the desktop.
System Requirements
Browser: Help Viewer
NotezMicrosoft® Internet Explorer 5.0 or later must be installed.
zThe on-screen manual may not be displayed properly depending on your operating system or 
Internet Explorer version. We recommend that you keep your system up to date with Windows 
Update.
Note
Users in Asia
If you installed the User’s Guide from the Manual folder in the Setup CD-ROM, open the folder in which 
you copied the User’s Guide and double-click top.htm.
Note
zThe on-screen manual may not be displayed properly depending on your operating system. We 
recommend that you keep your system up to date.
zWe recommend using Safari as your Web browser to view the HTML format on-screen 
manuals. If Safari is not installed on your computer, download it from Apple Inc. website and 
install it.
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Specifications
General Specifications
Printing resolution (dpi)4800 (horizontal)* x 1200 (vertical)
* Ink droplets can be placed with a pitch of 1/4800 inch at minimum.
InterfaceUSB 2.0 High Speed
*1 /
Bluetooth 1.2 (Option)*2*3 /*1A computer that complies with USB 2.0 Hi-Speed standard is 
required.
Since the USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface is fully upwardly compatible 
with USB Full-Speed (USB 1.1), it can be used at USB Full-Speed 
(USB 1.1). 
*2JPEG only*3Bluetooth connection is for printing only.
Print width8 inches max. (203.2 mm)
(for Borderless Printing: 8.5 inches / 216 mm)
Acoustic noise levelApprox. 36.5 dB (A)
* When printing in the highest print quality mode on Photo Paper Pro
Operating environmentTemperature: 5 to 35°C (41 to 95°F)
Humidity: 10 to 90%RH (no condensation)
Storage environmentTemperature: 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)
Humidity: 5 to 95%RH (no condensation)
Power supplyAC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumptionPrinting (Copy): Approx. 17 W
Standby (minimum): Approx. 2.4 W
OFF: Approx. 1.0 W
External dimensionsApprox. 17.9 (W) x 14.9 (D) x 6.8 (H) inches /
Approx. 455 (W) x 378 (D) x 172 (H) mm
* With the Paper Support and Front Tray retracted.
WeightApprox. 7.5 kg (Approx. 16.5 lb.)
* With the Print Head and ink tanks installed.
Print HeadTotal 1,600 nozzles (PgBK: 320 nozzles, C/M: each 256 x 2 nozzles, 
Y: 256 nozzles)
Copy Specifications
Multiple copy1 - 99 pages
Intensity adjustment9 positions, Auto intensity (AE copy)
Zoom25% - 400% (1% unit)
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Scan Specifications (Platen Glass)
Scanner driverTWAIN / WIA (Windows Vista or Windows XP only)
Maximum scanning sizeA4/Letter, 8.5 x 11.7 / 216 x 297 mm
Scanning resolutionOptical resolution (horizontal x vertical) max: 2400 dpi x 4800 dpi
Interpolated resolution max: 19200 dpi x 19200 dpi
Gradation (Input/Output)Gray: 16bit/8bit
Color: 48bit/24bit (RGB each 16bit/8bit)
Camera Direct Print (PictBridge)
Paper size4 x 6 / 101.6 x 152.4 mm, 5 x 7 / 127.0 x 177.8 mm*, Credit card, 
8 x 10 / 203.2 x 254.0 mm, A4, Letter, Wide*
* Can be selected only on certain Canon-brand PictBridge 
compatible devices.
NoteFeeding this paper from the Front Tray can damage the machine. Load in the Rear 
Tray.
Paper typeDefault (Selections based on the machine setting), Photo (Photo 
Paper Plus Glossy, Glossy Photo Paper, Glossy Photo Paper 
“Everyday Use”, Photo Paper Glossy, Photo Paper Plus Semi-gloss, 
Photo Stickers), Fast Photo (Photo Paper Pro), Plain Paper (A4/
Letter only)
LayoutDefault (Selections based on the machine setting), Borderless, 
Bordered, N-up (2, 4, 9, 16)
*1, 35-up*2
*1
Layout compatible with Canon-brand sticker above. See 
“Compatible Media Types” in the User’s Guide on-screen manual.
*2Selected photos are printed in 35 mm film style layout (contact 
printing layout). This print setting is only available with certain 
Canon PictBridge-compliant devices.
You can print shooting Info (Exif Data) on photos in list format, or in 
the margins of specified photos.
Select Layout, then select the item displayed with the [i] icon.
(Note that this print setting cannot be used for some models.)
Image optimizeDefault (Selections based on the machine setting), On, Off, 
“VIVID”*, “NR” (Noise Reduction)*, “Face”*, “Red eye”*
*  If using a Canon PictBridge-compatible camera, you can select it.
Print date & file no.Default (Off: No printing), Date, File No., Both, Off
Tr i m m i n gDefault (Off: No trimming), On (follow camera’s setting), Off
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zOmniPage SE: Windows 2000 Professional SP2 and SP3 not supported
zMP Navigator EX: QuickTime v6.4 or later is needed (Macintosh only)
zSome functions may not be available with Windows Media Center.
zTo upgrade from Windows XP to Windows Vista, first uninstall software bundled with the Canon 
inkjet printer.
Minimum System Requirements
 Note
Conform to the operating system’s requirements when higher than those given here.
Operating 
System
Processor
RAMWindows Vista
Pentium II (including compatible 
processors) 
300 MHz
128 MB
Windows XP SP1, SP2
Pentium II (including compatible 
processors) 
300 MHz
128 MB
Windows 2000 Professional SP2, 
SP3, SP4
Pentium II (including compatible 
processors) 
300 MHz
128 MB
Note: Operation can only be 
guaranteed on a PC pre-installed 
Windows Vista, XP or 2000. Mac OS X v.10.4
Intel processor
PowerPC G3
256 MB
Mac OS X v.10.2.8 - v.10.3
PowerPC G3
128 MB
Note: Hard disk must be formatted as 
Mac OS Extended (Journaled), Mac 
OS Extended
BrowserInternet Explorer 6.0- Safari
Hard Disk Space800 MB
Note: For bundled software 
installation.450 MB
Note: For bundled software 
installation.
CD-ROM DriveRequired
Other restrictionsXGA 1024 x 768
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Additional System Requirements for On-Screen Manuals
Browser: Windows HTML Help Viewer
Note: Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or later 
must be installed. The on-screen manual may 
not be displayed properly depending on your 
operating system or Internet Explorer version. 
We recommend that you keep your system up to 
date with Windows Update.Browser: Help Viewer
Note: The on-screen manual may not be 
displayed properly depending on your operating 
system. We recommend that you keep your 
system up to date.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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							94Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions
Please read the safety warnings and cautions provided in this manual to ensure that you use the 
machine safely. Do not attempt to use the machine in any way not described in this manual.
Warning
You may cause an electric shock, fire, or damage the machine if you ignore any of these safety 
precautions.
Choosing a locationDo not place the machine close to flammable solvents such as alcohol or thinners.
Power supplyNever attempt to plug in or unplug the machine from the power supply when your hands are wet.
Always push the plug all the way into the power outlet.
Never damage, modify, stretch or excessively bend or twist 
the power cord. Do not place heavy objects on the power 
cord.
Never plug the machine into a power socket that is shared 
with other equipment (extension lead/cord, 2- or 3-way 
adapter, etc.).
Never use the machine if the power cord is bundled or knotted.
If you detect smoke, unusual smells or strange noises around the machine, immediately unplug 
the machine at the power supply and call for service.
Periodically, unplug the machine and use a dry cloth to wipe 
off any dust or dirt collected on the plug and the power outlet. 
If the machine is placed at a location exposed to a lot of dust, 
smoke, or high humidity, the dust collected on the plug 
absorbs moisture and may cause insulation failure and fire.
If you hear thunder, disconnect the power supply of the machine and refrain from using it. Leaving 
the machine plugged in may cause fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine, depending on 
the thunder storm.
Use the power cable included with the machine.
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							95 Safety Precautions
Cleaning the machineUse a damp cloth to clean the machine. Never use 
flammable solvents such as alcohol, benzene or thinners.
If flammable solvents come in contact with electrical 
components inside the machine, it could cause a fire or 
electric shock.
Always unplug the machine from the power outlet before cleaning the machine.
If you accidentally switch the machine on while cleaning it, you could injure yourself or damage the 
machine.
Maintaining the 
machineDo not attempt to disassemble or modify the machine. There are no user serviceable parts inside 
the machine.
The machine contains high-voltage components. Never attempt any maintenance procedure not 
described in this guide.
Working around the 
machineDo not use highly flammable sprays near the machine.
This could cause a fire or electric shock if the spray comes into contact with electrical components 
inside the machine.
Caution
You may cause injury or damage the machine if you ignore any of these safety precautions.
Choosing a locationDo not install the machine in a location that is unstable or subject to excessive vibration.
Do not install the machine in locations that are very humid or dusty, in direct sunlight, outdoors, or 
close to a heating source.
To avoid the risk of fire or electric shocks, install the machine in a location with an ambient 
temperature range of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) and humidity of 10% to 90% (condensation free).
Do not place the machine on a thick rug or carpet.
Do not place the machine with its back attached to the wall.
Power supplyEnsure that the area around the power outlet is kept clear at 
all times so you can easily unplug the power cord if 
necessary.
Never remove the plug by pulling on the cord.
Do not use an extension lead/cord.
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							96Safety Precautions
Working around the 
machineNever put your hands or fingers in the machine while it is printing.
Do not place any object on the machine.
Do not place metal objects (paper clips, staples, etc.) or containers of flammable solvents (alcohol, 
thinners, etc.) on top of the machine.
If any foreign object (metal or liquid) fall into the machine, unplug the power cord and call for 
service.
Do not transport or store the machine on a slant, vertically or upside-down, as the ink may leak 
and damage the machine.
When loading a thick book on the Platen Glass, do not press hard on the Document Cover. The 
Platen Glass may break and cause injury.
Print Heads and ink 
tanksFor safety reasons, store Print Heads and ink tanks out of the reach of small children.
If a child ingests any ink, consult a doctor immediately.
Do not shake Print Heads or ink tanks.
Ink may leak out and stain clothing or the surrounding area.
Never touch the electrical contacts on a Print Head after 
printing.
The metal parts may be very hot and could cause burns.
Do not throw ink tanks into fire.
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